Iran: Alleged Manhandling of Dutch MP Sparks Diplomatic Incident

Adnkronos International:

The body search and interrogation of a Dutch lawmaker at Tehran airport has prompted her colleagues in the Dutch parliament to request the Netherlands government to recall the country's ambassador in Iran.

Farah Karimi, a Dutch Green Party MP of Iranian origin travelled to Iran to meet with local women's and human rights groups, but was stopped by airport security who allegedly shoved and threatened her, seized her cell phone, diary and other documents.

She was also detained for questioning before being finally allowed to fly home. The Iranian government has denied any responsibility for the incident and has refused a Dutch request for a formal apology to Karimi.